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- Why must I have a TESOL qualification to teach English?
- What can I expect from my teaching contract?
- Can I do my TESOL course completely online?
- How long is the course?
- What will I learn in the TESOL course?
- How do I register and pay for courses?
- Where are most Australians teaching overseas?
- Why is the demand for English teachers growing worldwide?
- Are there opportunities to practise teaching in Australia / New Zealand?
- What are visa requirements to teach English overseas?
- I'm not sure which TESOL course is right for me. Can you help?
Why must I have a TESOL qualification to teach English?
The ability to speak English does not automatically qualify you to teach the English language. TESOL certification is required by the majority of schools internationally and is the most recognised ESL certification.
What can I expect from my teaching contract?
- A full month's salary as a bonus for completing a 12 month contract
- Additional 1-2 month's salary as a bonus if you sign on for another year
- Accommodation in some cases
- Airfare coverage in some cases (1 way ticket for 6 month contract, return ticket for 12 month contract or ticket to country of choice)
- 50% medical coverage in almost all cases (sometimes full coverage depending on country)
- Other bonuses such as transportation to work, furnishings and use of a computer
- Paid holidays and sick days
* This is a guideline only; conditions depend on your contract with the school and vary from country to country.
Can I do my TESOL course completely online?
Yes, you can complete your entire TESOL course online.
All our TESOL courses offer two study options for your convenience:
- Distance learning: complete the entire course online or by correspondence
- In-class: complete the first 60 hours in a classroom environment with the remainder through distance learning.
How long is the course?
The Standard TESOL Certificate course is a 60-hour course undertaken via distance learning or 28 hours in class and the remaining hours for assigned reading.
The Standard TESOL Certificate course must be undertaken along with at least one elective to complete the TESOL certificate. Electives are 60 hours each and are undertaken via distance learning.
What will I learn in the TESOL course?
- Teaching techniques and ideas
- How to keep your classes alive, fun and effective
- How to interact with students and keep their interest
- How to be comfortable as a teacher
- How to apply for jobs
- How to travel safely
How do I register and pay for courses?
Contact us on 1800 891 011 (Australia) or 0800 170 252 (New Zealand) or fill out the enquiry form and a SEEK Learning consultant will contact you at your convenience. Payment can be made by cheque, credit card or bank deposit.
Where are most Australians teaching overseas?
75% Asia
10% Europe
10% Latin America
5% Middle East & Africa
Source: TESOL College Graduates
Why is the demand for English teachers growing worldwide?
- The World Trade Organization (WTO) made English one of the official languages of international trade
- English is the most widely used language on the world wide web
- English is the global language in business, tourism and IT
- English speakers have more opportunities for completing education/degrees overseas
Are there opportunities to practise teaching in Australia / New Zealand?
- Community Centres
- State Libraries
- Ring local councils to see if there are programs to tutor migrants
- Approach Language schools to be a teaching volunteer
What are visa requirements to teach English overseas?
It depends on the country. It is best to contact the relevant consulate (visit www.dfat.gov.au ).
Generally for all countries you need a working visa. University degrees in any discipline are required to get visas from Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and countries in Western Europe.
Additionally, for Western Europe you also need access to a European Union (EU) passport to work for more than 3 months at a time (which is the working holiday arrangement).
I'm not sure which TESOL course is right for me. Can you help?
SEEK Learning consultants are experts in helping you select the right TESOL course for your career needs. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant now for free course advice.
If you have any other enquiries, please contact a SEEK Learning consultant.
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